Jangre - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Jangre is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 29 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jangre is 273842. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jangre
According to the 2011 Census, Jangre village had a total population of 139 people, including 70 males and 69 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.64%, with male literacy at 98.21% and female literacy at 91.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 67 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Jangre
Jangre is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jangre
Jangre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Jangre is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jangre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jangre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jangre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jangre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jangre
Where is Jangre located?
Jangre village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jangre?
The pincode of Jangre is 794115.
What is the population of Jangre?
Jangre had a total population of 139, including 70 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Jangre?
Jangre had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jangre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jangre was 94.64%. Male literacy was 98.21% and female literacy was 91.07%.